Riverwood

It will most likely be the first settlement that the player encounters after escaping the dragon attack on Helgen. Riverwood has an inn, a general store, three houses, a lumber mill, and a blacksmith. Riverwood is a good spot for players to start making money. Armor obtained from looting the Imperials or Stormcloaks in the starting quest can be sold to the local blacksmith. Players can also begin their Smithingskill here, as well. By talking to the blacksmith, they will start a quest to make various items and learn the basics of Smithing.